Taught by:

Offered:

Sunday, September 13
(FULL / CLOSED)

Monday, September 14
(FULL / CLOSED)

Experience level: All

In a world that moves fast and pulls us in every direction, this workshop is an invitation to pause – to return to yourself.

Following prompts and exercises that Kim uses in her own work, you will create a field guide back to you. The result will be a small, one-of-a-kind, mixed-media journal. And, because it will contain your unique imprint, preferences, and observations, it is something that no one else on planet earth could create. Only you.

Kim’s prompts, guided journaling, simple nature-inspired sketching, and intuitive mixed-media mark-making will have us tuning in and listening to the wisdom that is always available. Each of us has an intuitive inner guidance system. It’s simply that we are often too busy (or the world around us too loud) to hear its call.

There will be an abundance of art supplies to choose from including, but not limited to, paints, pencils, pens, stamps, pressed leaves, and all sorts of beautiful papers. Again, you will be encouraged to reach for those that speak to your heart so that the tactile journal you create continues to be a touchstone long after the workshop has ended, especially when you need to remember who you are beneath the noise of the busy world. In fact, you are encouraged to add to it often so that it becomes a vibrant resource in your daily life.

No art experience is needed to jump into this magical exploration. All that is needed is a willingness to explore, get messy, and tune inward. This is a playful return to the self, to nature, and to the joy of creating without rules.

The intention for this workshop is that you will head home with:

• A handmade journal rooted in soul, a touchstone of self-remembrance
• New creative tools/skills for continued self-discovery and stillness
• A renewed connection to nature, your intuition, and your inner voice

Kit fee: 25 USD

Materials:

KIT includes:

• A 6” x 9” premium art sketchbook with blank cover
• “A Field Guide Back to You” booklet of prompts to use and take with you to continue to use as inspiration
• Ink pen for sketchbook
• Some little token surprises to spark inspiration

Plus, Kim will bring for all students to use:

• Beautiful papers
• A selection of my favorite art markers for journaling
• Paints and brushes
• Ephemera
• Stamps and ink
• Botanical stickers
• Glue and scissors
• Washi Tape

STUDENTS BRING WITH THEM:

You are not required to bring anything; However, here are some ideas that might be good inspiration for starting some inspired journal pages:

• Your favorite quote(s)
• A photo of you when you were young
• Do you collect bits and pieces of things that spark something in you? You never know what to do with them?  Bring them along! Now is the time.